BENEFITS & RESOURCES FOR FIREFIGHTERS

It’s our privilege to serve the fire community

From discounts on loans, to rate bumps on deposits, to assistance should you lose a loved one, we've got you covered. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us directly.

Since we began in 1951 at old 17 Engine on Jessie Street, a lot has changed.

 

One thing, however, remains constant – we continue to honor and serve your community. Our credit union is proud to be the preferred financial provider to the San Francisco firefighter community. We remain active and passionate supporters of firefighters like you, and are committed to your success.

Firefighter Pricing  |  Calendars  | Survivor Resources

Honoring the Past While Evolving to the Future

 

We honor tradition. But as the financial industry and technology changes, we must evolve as well. To offer our firefighter members the best rates and products, and the most modern experience, we need a broad membership base. Even as we add new members, we will always remain loyal to firefighters like you. It is an honor to serve your community.

Giving You Our Best

 

Firefighters give their best to the community. To help you achieve your financial goals, we give you our very best terms. Get ahead faster with special firefighter-only rate premiums on deposit accounts, discounts on auto and motorcycle loans, and waived or reduced fees for mortgage loans.

Firefighter Pricing On Loans & Savings

Fire Department employees, active or retired, for any Fire Department within our field of membership benefit from dedicated loan programs, discounts on loan interest rates, and rate bumps on certain Savings products. See the comparison table below, and for full details, click here

SF Fire Credit Union Comparison Table
  Firefighter Exclusive Discounts
& Rate Boosts
 
Term Certificates
SF Fire Credit Union
.10% Increase
 
Tiered Savings
SF Fire Credit Union
.10% Increase
 
New & Used Vehicle
SF Fire Credit Union
.25% Discount
 
 
1st Mortgage
SF Fire Credit Union
.25% Discount
 
Home Equity Lines-of-Credit (HELOC)
SF Fire Credit Union
.25% Discount
 
Flat Fee Closing Costs -
Adjustable Rate Mortgage*
SF Fire Credit Union
Zero Fee
 
Flat Fee Closing Costs -
Fixed Rate Mortgage*
SF Fire Credit Union
$295 Fee
 

*Learn more about what is included in our Flat Fee Closing Costs

SFFD Exclusive

Watch Calendars

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Survivor Resources for Retired SFFD Members

Below is a list of organizations who can help you through difficult and challenging times. Please know that at least twenty certified copies of the Death Certificate are typically needed for the various entities and agencies that require verification. It’s best to order these through the Funeral Director, as some will notify certain agencies to save you time.

SF Fire Credit Union

Address: 3201 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94118

Phone: (415) 674-4800 or (888) 499-FIRE (3473)

Website: sffirecu.org

What you'll need: a certified copy of the Death Certificate

SF Firefighter's Union Local 798

Address: 1139 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

Phone: (415) 621-7103

Website: http://www.sffdlocal798.org/

 

San Francisco Employees Retirement System

Address: 1145 Market Street, 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103

Phone: (415) 487-7000 or (888) 849-0777

Website: www.mysfers.org

What you'll need: a certified copy of the Death Certificate, and marriage license on file

San Francisco Health Service System

Address: 1145 Market Street, 3rd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103

Phone: (415) 554-1725

Website: www.myhss.org

Retired Firemen and Widows Association

Address: PO Box 12312, San Francisco, CA 94112

Phone: contact Tim O'Brien (650) 593-3420

SF Retired City Employees

Address: 3915 Irving Street, San Francisco, CA 94122

Phone: (415) 681-5949

Social Security Administrations Survivor's Benefits

Address: 907th Street, 1st Floor Annex, San Francisco, CA 94103

Phone: (800) 772-1213

Website: www.ssa.gov

What you'll need: certified copy of the Death Certificate, marriage license, and paid funeral bill

California Department of Motor Vehicles

Phone: (800) 777-0133

Website: www.dmv.ca.gov

Call or go online to find the nearest branch and make an appointment

What you'll need: certified copy of the Death Certificate

Investment and Stock Brokers

Any financial institution that has an IRA or other account in the decedent's name will need a certified copy of the Death Certificate

Mortgage Loans on Residencies / Cal-Vet Loans

You will need a certified copy of the Death Insurance to make any changes

US Veteran's Administration Website

Phone: (844) 698-2311

Website: www.va.gov

What you'll need: a certified copy of the Death Certificate and a copy of the marriage license.

County Assessor's Office

You'll need a certified copy of the Death Certificate to change the owner's name on any property located within the specific county.

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(888) 499-FIRE (3473)
Mon – Fri 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sat 9:00AM - 5:00PM

 

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